Driving Instructor

Metroline Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Metroline Manchester is hiring a passionate Driving Instructor to train the next generation of professional drivers. You will lead on-road training for licence acquisition, deliver CPC classroom and theory sessions, and mentor recruits across depots in Greater Manchester.

You must hold a PCV licence with at least 3 years' experience, keep licence points under 6, and demonstrate strong knowledge of the Highway Code, GDPR, and MS Office/SharePoint.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PCV licence for minimum 3 years.
• No more than 6 points on driving licence (subject to endorsement).
• Experience as a PCV/HGV Driving Instructor.
• Sound knowledge of the Highway Code.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office/SharePoint.
• Knowledge of GDPR principles and handling personal data securely.
• Excellent written and spoken English at all levels.
• Able to embrace change and improve processes.
• Able to work shift patterns and adapt to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Road training in support of licence acquisition.
• Provide CPC Classroom training when required.
• Support and engage with potential new recruits in a positive manner.
• Complete yard training for engineer and contractor colleagues when required.
• Provide Theory training in support of licence acquisition.
• Support Driver mentors when required.
• Record training details in line with company policies.
• Administer DVSA theory test bookings and invigilation, including licence verification.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and act as a role model.
• Adapt to shift patterns and changing business demands.

Skills

PCV/HGV Driving Instructor

Highway Code knowledge

English communication

Change management

Team player

Licence verification

Tools

Microsoft Office/SharePoint

Job description

We’re Metroline Manchester, the newest addition to the Bee Network, buzzing in Greater Manchester since January 2025!

Back in March 2024, we were thrilled to have won four franchise contracts by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) – and just like that, we got to work bringing our services to life. We now operate over 200 routes on behalf of Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) from Hyde Road (Head Office), Tameside, Sharston and Wythenshawe depots.

But who are we, really?

Well, our roots go back to 1994 when Metroline first hit the roads of London. Fast forward to today, and we’re proud to be the second largest bus operator in the capital, running around 17% of the city’s scheduled services. Not too shabby, right?

Since 2000, we’ve been part of the global transport powerhouse ComfortDelGro, which operates in 13 countries with a fleet of over 54,000 vehicles and a team of 24,000+ colleagues worldwide.

Here in the UK, our 6,000-strong team helps over one million customers get where they need to go every single day – and now, we’re doing it in Manchester too!

Location:

• Mainly Hyde Road (M12 6JS) with flexibility to travel to all depots (Sharston, Wythenshawe and Tameside)
• Salary £44,400 per annum
• Full time permanent role, 40 hours per week 5 days over 7. Mostly working Monday to Friday but there may also be a need to work outside of normal operating hours to meet business requirements.

At Metroline Manchester, our drivers are at the heart of everything we do, and we're looking for a passionate and experienced Driving Instructor to help shape the next generation of professional drivers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on developing others, sharing their expertise, and making a lasting impact through high-quality training, coaching, and support. From guiding new recruits through licence acquisition to mentoring colleagues and promoting the highest standards of safety and professionalism, you'll play a key role in helping our people succeed. We're looking for a team player who is willing to develop others to increase team and individual performance.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• Providing On-Road training in support of licence acquisition
• Providing CPC Classroom training when required
• Supporting and engaging with potential new recruits into the business in a positive and enthusiastic manner
• Completing yard training for engineer and contractor colleagues when required
• Providing Theory training in support of licence acquisition
• Supporting Driver mentors when required
• Recording all aspects of training given in line with company policies
• Administering DVSA theory test bookings and invigilation, including required licence verification
• Always demonstrating a positive and professional attitude, acting as a role model to all driving staff
• Must have held a PCV licence for minimum 3 years
• No more than 6 points on your Driving Licence (subject to endorsement code)
• Previous recent experience as a PCV/ HGV Driving Instructor
• Sound knowledge of the Highway Code
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft office/SharePoint and ability to adapt this to other software suites as required
• Knowledge of GDPR principles and experience of handling personal data accurately, securely and confidentially
• Excellent written and spoken English with the ability to communicate clearly and at all levels
• Must have ability to embrace change and see new ways of working as an opportunity to improve and proactively shares relevant knowledge and experience
• Must have ability to work shift patterns and ability to adjust to changing demands throughout the day

The Equality Act

Metroline is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with due regard to legal obligations for protected characteristics i.e. age, disability, marriage and civil partnership, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Application closing date Sunday 15th of November 2026